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Somewhere In Time was filmed on location on Mackinac Island, Michigan and in Chicago, IL. It is the story of a young man who travels back in time from 1972 to 1912 in search of a beautiful woman whose photograph has captured his heart.
30th Anniversary Celebration
This year marks the 30th anniversary of this time-travel romance movie starring Christopher Reeve, Jane Seymour, Christopher Plummer, Teresa Wright and a host of Mackinac Island extras! Click here to order your personal copy of Somewhere in Time (Collector's Edition).
The Somewhere In Time Fan Club is very active and hosts a weekend at the
Grand Hotel
on Mackinac Island every fall to honor the film. Most of those attending this event dress in vintage clothing, adding to the nostalgic atmosphere during their stay. This year there will be a tour of the actual movie locations, a celebrity panel, trivia contest, a costume promenade, cocktail parties, dinners, and much more. Various members of the cast and crew attend every year. Christopher Reeve attended in 1994 and Jane Seymour in 2002. It is said to be a memorable event, highly anticipated and greatly enjoyed. Don’t miss your chance to travel back in time! This special 30th anniversary celebration weekend will be October 15 – 17, 2010. Planning to attend? Surprise your special someone with a gift of flowers from a
Mackinac Island florist!
One of the Island extras, James P. Dunnigan, accidentally spoke during one of his scenes and it was decided that they would keep it in the movie. Consequently, he had to join the Screen Actors Guild, got his name in the credits and received a royalty check from time to time! It was great fun and he enjoyed every minute of the adventure!
Jane Seymour, James P. Dunnigan, Eugene T. Petersen
Insider tip: If you are biking around the Island, be on the lookout for the “IS IT YOU?” plaque commemorating the site where that scene was filmed. It is located lakeside with a view of the Mackinac Bridge in the background.